DENVER (KDVR) — Pack burro racing, the official summer heritage sport of Colorado, is in full swing and there are more races to see in the coming months. It is said that the sport originated during ...

The donkey wears a saddle, although it is against the rules for anyone to ride on it. However, according to the Western Pack Burro Association, the runner can carry the donkey. Running with the burro ...

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In less than one week, one area man will once again lace up his sneakers, running with his donkey and the memory of his late brother. As the saying goes, "Life is a race." And Roger Pedretti knows a ...

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Sports don’t get more niche than pack burro racing, a uniquely Colorado pastime that has its roots in the state’s early history. Runners and their donkey partners race for up to 30 miles through ...

DENVER (KDVR) — ‘Tis the season for running a marathon with your donkey. Pack burro racing is Colorado’s official summer heritage sport. Runners and their donkeys team up for races that exceed ...

CERRILLOS, N.M. — Backcountry runners are embracing the physical and emotional challenge of racing with pack burros that don't always move at their pace. Burro races honor Old West history and hinge ...